Ag Action Manitoba Program — Research and Innovation ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Agricultural businesses operating in Manitoba - Researchers and research institutions (universities, colleges) - Industry associations and producer groups - Partnerships between industry and research organizations - Entities must have a demonstrated connection to Manitoba's agricultural sector - Projects must involve collaboration between research and industry partners ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Coverage: Up to 50% of eligible project costs - Funding Structure: Non-repayable grant (not a loan) - Matching Requirement: Applicants must secure or contribute the remaining 50% of project costs - Match Sources: Can include in-kind contributions, cash from partners, or other funding sources - Specific funding amounts per project: Not specified in program description; varies based on project scope and merit ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Researcher salaries and wages for project duration - Salaries for industry personnel dedicated to the project - Technology development and adoption costs - Climate change adaptation research and implementation - Environmental sustainability initiatives - Human nutrition research and product development - Livestock feed production research and improvements - Feed use optimization studies and implementation - Equipment and materials directly supporting approved research activities - Professional services and consulting related to project objectives ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Collaborative requirement: Projects must involve both research and industry partners - Focus alignment: Work must address at least one of four priority areas: climate change adaptation, environmental sustainability, human nutrition, or livestock feed production/use - Matching funds: Applicants responsible for securing 50% of total project costs before funding release - Manitoba-based work: Projects should deliver benefits to Manitoba's agricultural sector - Reporting obligations: Recipients must report on project progress and outcomes - Project timeline: Specific milestones and completion deadlines determined during application approval - Eligible vs. ineligible costs: Only direct research and innovation costs qualify; administrative overhead typically limited - Accountability: Funds must be used for stated purposes; misuse may trigger repayment requirements